In an increasingly electronic world where social media is a buzz word, we’re constantly being asked to replace costly travel with electronic meetings.
What questions can we ask that may help us determine what kind of meeting is suitable?
- Will there need to be an action reaction volley? An action reaction volley will be when based on one decision and action pair, another decision and action pair is made, which initiates another decision and action pair.
Yes –> face to face
No –> phone/electronic
2. Is there room for misinterpretation?
2a. Yes –> Is it a difficult message?
Yes –> Phone or in person
No –> electronic, phone, or in person but be sure to get confirmation of understanding
2b. No–>
Is it a difficult message?
Yes –> Phone or in person
No –> electronic